Barcelona will strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading logistics capitals with the hosting of the FIATA-REU Field Meeting (International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations) in June 2027. The announcement was made today by FIATA Director General Stéphane Graber during the FIATA World Congress 2026, taking place in Milan (Italy) from 6 to 9 October, coinciding with the celebrations marking the organisation’s 100th anniversary.
The Consorci de la Zona Franca de Barcelona (CZFB) has secured the organisation of this prestigious international event, which will be held alongside the International Logistics Exhibition (SIL Barcelona). From 9 to 11 June 2027, the congress will transform the Catalan capital into Europe’s leading meeting point for freight forwarders, logistics operators, cargo agents, shippers, ports, airports and companies linked to the global supply chain.
The designation of Barcelona as the host city for the FIATA European Congress represents significant recognition of the city’s international leadership in logistics, mobility and international trade, as well as of the importance of SIL Barcelona as one of the world’s leading logistics events. The Executive President of CZFB, Pere Navarro, accompanied by the CZFB’s General Director, Blanca Sorigué, took part in the FIATA World Congress in Milan, where Barcelona was officially confirmed as the host city for the next European edition.
The Executive President of the CZFB, Pere Navarro, welcomed Barcelona’s appointment as the venue for the FIATA European Congress, stating that: “The selection of Barcelona to host the FIATA European Congress is an international recognition of the strength of our logistics ecosystem and of the work carried out over many years to position the city as one of the world’s leading logistics hubs. Holding the congress alongside SIL Barcelona will bring together the foremost representatives of the international logistics industry in Barcelona and create new opportunities for collaboration and business development across the sector.” said Pere Navarro, Executive President of the CZFB.
For her part, the General Director of the CZFB, Blanca Sorigué, highlighted that: “The hosting of the FIATA European Congress will attract talent, knowledge and high-value international connections to Barcelona. It will be an exceptional opportunity to showcase to the world the innovative capacity of our logistics ecosystem and to further strengthen the global profile of SIL Barcelona as a leading platform for innovation in logistics and supply chain management.” said Blanca Sorigué, General Director of the CZFB.
An International Boost for Barcelona and Its Logistics Ecosystem
The hosting of the FIATA European Congress will bring business leaders, industry associations, institutional representatives and leading experts from across Europe and the world’s key international markets to Barcelona. The event will create new opportunities for business development, investment, collaboration and knowledge exchange, further strengthening Barcelona’s position as a major logistics hub and an international gateway for trade and supply chain innovation.
The fact that the FIATA European Congress and SIL Barcelona 2027 will be held at the same time and location will significantly increase the international impact of both events, placing Barcelona at the centre of the discussions that will shape the future of global supply chains for an entire week. The joint celebration of these two events will also strengthen Barcelona’s role as the logistics gateway to Southern Europe and as a strategic hub connecting Europe with the Mediterranean region, Africa, Asia and Latin America.
FIATA, the global voice of transport and logistics
Founded in Vienna in 1926 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, FIATA is considered the world’s leading organization representing freight forwarders, logistics operators, and cargo agents. The federation brings together 106 national associations from nearly 150 countries, represents the interests of more than 50,000 companies in the sector, and has over 4,700 individual members, acting as the international voice of the freight transport and logistics industry.
The organization works closely with leading international bodies such as the World Trade Organization (WTO), the International Air Transport Association (IATA), and other global institutions to promote common standards, facilitate international trade, and advance the professionalization of the logistics sector. Its main areas of activity include the development of rules and standards for the international transportation of goods, the promotion of digitalization across the logistics supply chain, specialized training for industry professionals, the development of internationally recognized documentation, and the representation of the industry before regulatory authorities and international forums.
About the Consorci de la Zona Franca de Barcelona
The Consorci de la Zona Franca de Barcelona (CZFB) is a 100% self-financed public entity that acts as a driving force for economic, technological, and industrial development through innovation, reinvesting its resources in projects that contribute to Barcelona’s progress and the well-being of its citizens. It supports companies in their transition to the digital era, with the strategic vision of leading industrial transformation and the development of the new economy. The CZFB is promoting the transformation of a traditional industrial estate into an urban industry district, integrated into the city and aligned with the economic, technological, and social challenges of the 21st century. Within this framework, it drives the DFactory Barcelona District, the leading Industry 4.0 ecosystem in Southern Europe, fostering collaboration between companies, talent, and technology.
The Consorci de la Zona Franca de Barcelona promotes entrepreneurship and innovation through the 3D Incubator and the Logistics 4.0 Incubator, and organizes events of major economic interest for Barcelona, such as the International Logistics Exhibition (SIL), the leading international meeting point for smart logistics, as well as large-scale events with innovative formats such as Barcelona New Economy Week (BNEW) and Barcelona Woman Acceleration Week (BWAW). Its Plenary Council includes representatives from the Government of Spain, the Government of Catalonia, the Barcelona City Council, and the city’s leading economic institutions, creating a diverse platform for institutional and business collaboration where decisions are reached by consensus.
